Clinical Evaluator, Youth Services

Job Description:

Job Title: Clinical Evaluator - Youth Services

Location: Springfield, Missouri

Department: School Based Services

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

Are you a compassionate, licensed behavioral health professional looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children, adolescents, and families? Join our collaborative and mission-driven team where you'll have the opportunity to conduct comprehensive assessments, guide individuals toward appropriate services, help shape treatment recommendations, and play an important role in supporting youth mental health. This position offers the chance to work alongside dedicated professionals, build meaningful relationships, expand your clinical expertise, and make a lasting difference in your community while helping individuals access the care they need.

The Clinical Evaluator - Youth Services conducts comprehensive screenings, assessments, and evaluations for individuals seeking behavioral health services. This role develops treatment recommendations, establishes provisional diagnoses, coordinates referrals, supports crisis intervention efforts, and assists individuals and families in connecting with appropriate resources. The Clinical Evaluator also collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams, maintains timely clinical documentation, and promotes community awareness of mental health services through education and outreach activities.

Springfield offers an outstanding quality of life with a welcoming community, affordable living, vibrant local culture, and access to beautiful outdoor recreation. Residents enjoy a strong sense of community, excellent parks and trails, family-friendly amenities, and a growing healthcare and behavioral health network dedicated to improving lives across the region.

This position offers…

• Employee Assistance Program - 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Mileage Reimbursement - Company paid for work functions requiring travel
• Employee Discounts - Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
• Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce
• Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive screenings, assessments, and evaluations to determine service eligibility and appropriate levels of care
• Develop treatment recommendations, establish provisional diagnoses, and create individualized follow-up plans for clients and families
• Coordinate referrals and connect individuals with internal programs and community-based resources to support positive outcomes
• Provide crisis intervention services, safety planning, and emergency response coordination as needed
• Deliver brief therapeutic interventions and support clients throughout the evaluation process
• Educate community members and stakeholders through presentations and outreach activities that promote mental health awareness
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve departmental goals and support continuity of care
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and required data collection activities
• Participate in peer reviews, staff meetings, professional development activities, and quality improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with professional ethics, organizational policies, regulatory standards, and clinical documentation requirements
• Support management initiatives including program evaluation, grant-related activities, and other assigned projects

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related behavioral health field required
• Current state licensure required based on work location and area of practice
• Unrestricted licensure for location and area of practice required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively engage diverse populations
• Ability to apply sound clinical judgment, problem-solving skills, and logical reasoning in professional situations
• Basic mathematical skills and proficiency with clinical documentation requirements

Additional Qualifications:

• Current driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance required
• Successful completion of background screening, including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint checks required
• Ability to stay knowledgeable regarding organizational programs, admission criteria, referral processes, and available community resources
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, clients, families, and community partners
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining documentation timelines

Physical Requirements

• Perform sedentary work requiring exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and negligible force frequently
• Sit for extended periods throughout the workday with occasional walking and standing
• Utilize repetitive hand, finger, and arm movements for typing, writing, and documentation activities
• Lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move light objects as required to perform job duties

Keywords: Clinical Evaluator, Licensed Therapist, Behavioral Health, Mental Health Assessment, Youth Services, Crisis Intervention, Clinical Assessment, School Based Services, Behavioral Health Counseling, Mental Health Services

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Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.